Foodie Itinerary through the Margaret River: 5 Days from Perth
Day 1: Perth to Margaret River
Distance: 270 kms
Travel time: ~3 hours
After collecting your Apollo campervan in Perth, set off south toward Margaret River with a few delicious stops built into the journey. This first leg is one of the longer driving days of the trip, but it is still comfortable and easy to break up. With good roads and several worthwhile towns along the way, the drive feels like part of the holiday rather than simply a transfer between destinations.
Where to stop between Perth and Margaret River
A worthwhile first stop is Bunbury, especially if you are travelling on a Saturday morning and can browse the Bunbury Farmers’ Market. It is a great place to stock the campervan with local cheeses, seasonal fruit, baked goods and picnic supplies for the days ahead. From there, continue to Busselton for a leisurely lunch by the water. The Busselton foreshore is a lovely place to pause, and the area around the jetty is ideal for stretching your legs after time on the road. If time allows, continue through Dunsborough and treat yourselves to an ice cream stop before the final run into Margaret River. This stretch gives you an early taste of the region’s laid-back coastal charm.
Things to do in Margaret River
Once you arrive in Margaret River township, keep the afternoon easy. Wander into town for dinner, browse gourmet food stores for local treats, or settle in at your campsite with something special picked up earlier in the day. This first evening is best kept simple. It gives you time to ease into the trip, enjoy the town atmosphere and look ahead to a full day of food and wine experiences tomorrow.
Where to stay in Margaret River
For a comfortable base, book a powered site at Riverview Tourist Park, which has a peaceful riverside setting and is close enough to town to walk in for dinner or supplies. Another handy option is Margaret River Tourist Park, which is centrally located and makes a practical base for exploring nearby wineries, cellar doors and local food spots over the next two days.
Day 2: Margaret River
Distance: 66 kms
Travel time: ~1.5 hours
Today is all about slowing down and enjoying Margaret River properly. Rather than trying to see everything, focus on a small number of quality experiences and leave room for a long lunch, a scenic pause and a little indulgence. This is the kind of region that rewards a gentle pace, especially when good food and wine are the main event.
Where to stop in Margaret River
If your trip lines up with Saturday, make an early start at the Margaret River Farmers’ Market, where growers and makers gather with fresh produce, artisan bread, coffee, preserves and locally made specialties. After that, spend the morning moving at an easy pace between cellar doors and gourmet producers. The better approach is to choose two or three stops and really enjoy them, rather than rushing from one tasting to the next. A leisurely winery lunch suits this region far better than a packed schedule. If you are planning multiple tastings, stay parked up and use a winery tour or remain close to your campsite. It is never worth driving after drinking.
Things to do in Margaret River
Beyond the food and wine, Margaret River is also a wonderful place to unwind. In the afternoon, book a couples massage or wellness treatment at a local day spa for a slower change of pace. It adds a restorative element to the trip and balances out the indulgence of the tastings and long lunch. Later, return to town for a relaxed dinner, or keep things simple at the campervan with market produce, bakery finds and a good bottle enjoyed back at your site.
Where to stay in Margaret River
Stay a second night at Riverview Tourist Park or Margaret River Tourist Park if you want easy access to town and reliable facilities. If you would prefer a more memorable wine-country stay, Jarvis Estate offers a camper-friendly option among the vines for fully self-contained vehicles, which suits the foodie feel of this itinerary beautifully.
Day 3: Margaret River to Augusta
Distance: 44 kms
Travel time: ~1 hour
Today is intentionally short on driving and big on scenery. The journey south to Augusta threads through some of the prettiest landscapes in the region, making it ideal for a slow morning, a picnic lunch and a few stops that blend food, forest and coast. It is a lovely contrast to the tasting-focused day before.
Where to stop between Margaret River and Augusta
Head out via Caves Road and make your way through Boranup Forest, where tall karri trees create a cathedral-like canopy over the road. It is one of the most atmospheric drives in the region and a beautiful place to pause for photos or a quiet picnic. Continue on to Boranup Lookout for broad coastal views, then make your way to Hamelin Bay. With its turquoise water, old jetty remnants and relaxed feel, it is an ideal lunch stop if you stocked up on bread, fruit, cheese or pastries earlier in the day. The whole route invites you to take your time.
Things to do in Augusta
In Augusta, spend the afternoon visiting Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, where the setting feels wild and expansive at the meeting point of two oceans. It is one of the region’s most dramatic landmarks and a fitting place to slow down and take in the scale of the coastline. If you want to add another experience before dinner, you could also include a cave visit nearby. Augusta itself has a quieter pace than Margaret River, which makes it a peaceful overnight stop after a day of forest drives and coastal wandering.
Where to stay in Augusta
Augusta Trackside Campground is a good fit for this itinerary, offering a peaceful bushland setting within easy reach of town, beaches and nearby attractions. It is a relaxing place to spend the night and enjoy a quieter side of the south-west in your campervan.
Day 4: Augusta to Dunsborough
Distance: 100 kms
Travel time: ~1.5 hours
Today you begin the gentle return north through the Margaret River region. While the drive itself is not long, there is plenty of reason to take your time. This part of the trip is perfect for fitting in a few final food stops, enjoying more coastal scenery and revisiting the easy holiday rhythm that makes this region so appealing.
Where to stop between Augusta and Dunsborough
As you make your way north, stop in the Yallingup area for dramatic coastline and a change of scenery from the forests of the previous day. This is a good section of the region for a long coffee stop, a relaxed lunch or one final cellar door visit if you missed some of the northern producers earlier in the trip. Keep the pace easy and the number of stops low so the day still feels restful. By the time you reach Dunsborough, the calm waters and foreshore lawns make an ideal setting for an afternoon picnic or a final ice cream stop.
Things to do in Dunsborough
Dunsborough is a lovely place to spend a late afternoon. The foreshore suits a gentle wander, with beach views and open grassy spaces that work beautifully for a simple picnic dinner. If you are still in foodie mode, this is a good place to pick up a few treats for the evening and enjoy one last relaxed night in the campervan. The town has an easy, polished holiday feel that rounds out the trip nicely.
Where to stay in Dunsborough
BIG4 Dunsborough Southern Stars Holiday Park is a reliable overnight choice with powered sites and good facilities for campervan travellers. It gives you a comfortable base close to town and sets you up well for the return drive to Perth the next day.
Day 5: Dunsborough to Perth
Distance: 260 kms
Travel time: ~3 hours
Your final day is all about a relaxed return to Perth, with enough time for one last memorable stop before heading back to the city. The drive north is straightforward, and if you leave at a comfortable hour, you can still fit in a foreshore walk, a coffee stop or a casual brunch along the way.
Where to stop between Dunsborough and Perth
Busselton is the obvious and very worthwhile stop on the way back. If you did not spend much time here on day one, now is a good chance to enjoy the foreshore properly. Walk part of Busselton Jetty, grab coffee by the water or put together one final picnic using any leftover market finds from your campervan pantry. Bunbury also makes a practical break point if you want to split the drive and pick up a few gourmet souvenirs before returning to Perth. Even on the trip home, the route still feels scenic and relaxed.
Things to do in Perth
Once you arrive back in Perth, return your Apollo campervan and, if time allows, head out for one last celebratory meal. After five days of vineyard views, farmers market browsing, seaside lunches and indulgent treats, Perth can feel like the place to toast a trip well spent before heading home.
Where to stay in Perth
This itinerary finishes on return to Perth. If you need an extra night before or after your trip, book a Perth holiday park with powered campervan sites that suits your onward plans. If you are returning the vehicle the same day, allow time to make your way to Apollo’s Perth branch area for drop-off before wrapping up your road trip.
This five-day Margaret River itinerary proves that a shorter road trip can still feel rich, relaxed and full of flavour. With manageable driving days, campervan-friendly stays and plenty of room for markets, winery lunches, picnics and coastal stops, it is an easy way to experience one of Western Australia’s most delicious regions. When you’re ready, you can easily book your Apollo camper online and pick it up from your closest Apollo branch before hitting the road.
